With a wealth of Biblical historical hesitage, Jordan is full of sites that are of significant linkages to Christianity, relating to both the Old and New Testaments alike.

While many of these sites reflect stories from the Bible directly, many others follow the development and spread of Christianity throughout history, and through the different civilizations.

This tour is a more detailed program showcasing both aspects. This is also a great opportunity follow the historical paths to understand the dynamics of how Chrisianity started, the geographical and political influences, and ultimately, the forces that helped in shaping this historical heritage.

Some of the highlights and references:

Um Qais:

“And when he [Jesus] came to the other side, to the country of the Gadarenes, two demon-possessed men met him, coming out of the tombs, so fierce that no one could pass that way. And behold, they cried out, “What have you to do with us, O Son of God? Have you come here to torment us before the time? Now a herd of many pigs was feeding at some distance from them. And the demons begged him, saying, “If you cast us out, send us away into the herd of pigs.” And he said to them, “Go.” So they came out and went into the pigs,and behold, the whole herd rushed down the steep bank into the sea and drowned in the waters.” (Matthew 8:28-32)

Jerash:

35The people went out to see what had happened; and they came to Jesus, and found the man from whom the demons had gone out, sitting down at the feet of Jesus, clothed and in his right mind; and they became frightened. 36Those who had seen it reported to them how the man who was demon-possessed had been made well. 37And all the people of the country of the Gerasenes and the surrounding district asked Him to leave them, for they were gripped with great fear; and He got into a boat and returned.… (Luke 8: 35-37)

Shrine of Elijah

“Now Elijah the Tishbite, of Tishbe in Gilead, said to Ahab, “As the LORD, the God of Israel, lives, before whom I stand, there shall be neither dew nor rain these years, except by my word.” (1 Kings 17:1)

Amman

So Joab returned from the people of Ammon and came to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 10:1-14). “And it came to pass, after the year was expired, at the time when kings go forth to battle, that David sent Joab to fight the children of Ammon, he besieged Rabbath and destroyed the children of Ammon” (2 Samuel 11:1). The city is also mentioned in the New Testament as the land of martyrs where Christians were killed by the Romans.

Mukawir (Machaerus)

“He was beheaded after Salome’s fateful dance.” (Matthew 14:3-11)

As well as many other sites. You can always contact us for more details about this tour as well as many others.

Note:

Please refer to the "Accommodation Tab" below for the hotels selcted for this tour, in the event the hotel is not available at the time of booking, similar alternative hotels will be provided that are of the same class. You can view the full hotels list at the Alternative Hotels page.

Day 1 > AMMAN

Meet and Assist upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport Transfer to Hotel in Amman for overnight.

Day 2 > FIDEN - UM AL JIMAL - RIHAB - HAYYAN

Drive to Fiden and visit the churches, Ottoman Castle, and Mosque. Continue to Um Al Jimal to visit the Nabatean Temple, Cathedral, and other churches. Continue to Rihab and visit the Museum, Ommard Mosque, the Cave Church (one of the oldest churches in the world), and other churches. Time for lunch (Lunch box). Continue to Hayyan and visit the Roman Fortress and the oldest church in the world. Return to Amman and overnight at the hotel.

Day 3 > JERASH - ANJARA - AJLOUN - AMMAN

Breakfast at the hotel Depart to visit the Roman City of Jerash Continue to Anjara and visit the Church of the Lady of the Mountain Continue to visit Ajloun and Al Rabad Castle Return to Amman and visit the Citadel Continue to visit Rujm Al Malfouf and visit the Old Tower of King David Return to the hotel in Amman for overnight.

Day 4 > MT. NEBO - MUKAWIR - MADABA - DEAD SEA

Breakfast at the hotel Depart to visit the Roman City of Jerash Continue to Madaba and visit Church of Saint George, Church of the Apostles, Historical Park and Museum, with lunch in Madaba. Continue to the Dead Sea for swimming. Return to Amman for overnight at the hotel.

Day 5 > BAPTISM SITE - MUKAWIR - UM AL RASAS - PETRA

Breakfast at hotel Depart to visit the Bethany Beyond Jordan and the Baptism Site Continue to visit Mukawir (Machaerus) and visit the church, and continue to Madaba for lunch Drive to Um Al Rassas and visit the Nabatean village, Twins Church, Lion Church, and St. Seton Church Continue to Petra for overnight at the hotel.

Day 6 > PETRA

Breakfast at the hotel. Full day visit to Petra (5 Hours with more free time there) Return to hotel for overnight.

Day 7 > LITTLE PETRA - WADI RUM - AMMAN

Breakfast at the hotel Depart to Little Petra and the Neolithic Churches and Houses. Continue to Wadi Rum and explore the Desert in a 2 hour 4X4 Tour with a Bedouin lunch. Return to Amman for overnight at the hotel.

Day 8 > DEPARTURE

Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for departure flight

Location

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4 Stars

3 Stars

Amman

Grand Hyatt

Regency Palace

Grand Palace

Liwan

Petra

Movenpick

Nabatean Castle

Petra Panorama

Petra Palace

INCLUSIONS

Transportation in private A/C vehicle throughout the itinerary

Entrance fees to sites mentioned in the itinerary

Accommodations as per your choice of hotels category

Daily breakfast meal included with accommodation

Guide fees for groups of 5 persons or more are mandatory. For under 5 persons, local guides are available in some locations at a supplement

Horse ride in Petra from Entrance to Siq (mandatory even if not used)

Bedouin Jeep ride in Wadi Rum for 2 hours (5 Persons per vehicle)

Sales Tax and Service Charge.

EXCLUSIONS

Visa Fees and Departure tax

Items of personal nature (phone calls, internet, beverages, etc)

Travel insurance

Guiding fees for individuals. For groups of 5 or more, already included.